About 22800 County Road 185 C
WELCOME TO ROCKY MOUNTAIN PARADISE. Secluded & hidden mountain sanctuary on a 15+ acre patented mining claim perched on a beautiful ridge with majestic views, surrounded by San Isabel National Forest. Adorable, recently renovated cottage retreat offers all the comforts of Home Sweet Home. Enjoy 2 inviting & comfy bedrooms; primary bedroom has separate sitting area that opens onto the deck. Cute modern kitchen. Fresh new 3/4 bathroom with vaulted ceiling & skylight. Bright & cheery dining area. Flexible bonus room. Expansive living room area with vaulted ceiling punctuated by a skylight & beautiful wooden beams, highlighted by custom-crafted stone fireplace w/woodstove insert for efficiency during those cozy nights. Dine, relax, work, or nap on the impressive 260 SF screened porch next to the open deck that faces sweeping mountain & valley views. Enjoy the stunning sunsets! So many features throughout this home: Custom-milled Douglas Fir flooring, charming window & wall treatments, 5 wall furnaces, & a seamless flow from the inside to the outdoors. This delightful cottage comes fully furnished & ready for your mountain dreams. Around this property, you will find a 2-car garage that also houses the solar equipment, plenty of flat areas for future needs, a shed intended to be a sauna, being used for storage, & much more. Details for this off-grid property: No HOA or open permits. Power grid: 2018, permitted solar system with 12 panels, 16 L 16 AGM batteries & 6.8 kW inverter. 2024 Roof, Class 3 impact-resistant & gutters. 2022 Septic System, 1000 gal tank. 2018: 30-gallon water heater. Domestic well w/documented 4 gpm pump capacity. 2018: new bathroom. 2019: Attic insulation. 2022 Trex decking. Road easement permitted with USFS. Professional wildfire mitigation; tree removal & erosion control by licensed arborist. Ask about the potential for short-term rental uses. Only 40 minutes to Buena Vista, Hartsel, or Fairplay. 2.5 hours to Denver, 2 hrs to Colorado Springs.
Features of 22800 County Road 185 C
| MLS® # | 4472689 |
|---|---|
| Price | $650,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1.00 |
| Square Footage | 1,090 |
| Acres | 15.95 |
| Year Built | 1975 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Bungalow |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 22800 County Road 185 C |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | Mining Claims |
| City | Salida |
| County | Chaffee |
| State | CO |
| Zip Code | 81201 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Off Grid, Propane |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan, Sauna, Smoke Free, Vaulted Ceiling(s) |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator |
| Heating | Active Solar, Propane, Solar, Wall Furnace, Wood Stove |
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Fire Pit, Private Yard |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Borders National Forest, Many Trees, Mountainous, Open Space, Secluded, Sloped |
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
School Information
| District | Buena Vista R-31 |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Avery Parsons |
| Middle | Buena Vista |
| High | Buena Vista |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 21st, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | Residential |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Full Circle Real Estate Group |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | BestPlaces2B@gmail.com,719-966-7711 |